Publisher's Synopsis
""Records of the English Catholics Under the Penal Laws"" is a historical book that focuses on the experiences of English Catholics during the time of the Penal Laws. The book features the first and second diaries of the English College, Douay, which provide a detailed account of the lives of English Catholics during this period. The diaries cover a range of topics, including the challenges faced by Catholics in practicing their faith, the persecution they endured, and their efforts to maintain their beliefs and traditions.In addition to the diaries, the book also includes an appendix of unpublished documents that shed further light on the experiences of English Catholics during this time. These documents include letters, legal documents, and other records that provide a more complete picture of the lives of English Catholics under the Penal Laws.Written by Thomas Francis Knox, a historian and scholar of English Catholicism, ""Records of the English Catholics Under the Penal Laws"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Catholic Church in England, as well as the broader history of religious persecution and intolerance. The book is well-researched and provides a comprehensive and detailed account of the experiences of English Catholics during this turbulent period in their history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
